CLYW's 3rd collaboration with Luftverk: The Alpine
The name Alpine was indicative of its DNA shared with the Tundra. The Alpine shares a lot of similar lines but the Tundra has more "Luftverk" like features. The lines are more sharp on the Tundra whereas on the Alpine, the lines feel much more "CLYW". These changes also translate over to play style. The Alpine definitely feels more floaty and full, with its wider width and weight distribution. But the original inspiration for the design actually didn't directly reference the Tundra, since when you hold them in your hand they feel very different.
The final inspiration was heavily mixed with CLYW yoyos. The outside area that your palm hits, as well as the entire dimensions was initially taken off of the Chief. This set the tone and feel for the entire yoyo. The double lip was taken from the Scout but as we made prototypes it slowly got smaller because it needed more rim weight. The faint ghost line near the catch area was taken from the Borealis and of course a reference to the Tundra, a nice homage since it is a continuation of the titanium line. And finally the hub was lifted from recent classic Luftverk yoyos, but with a more rounded nipple.
The Alpine, it is the yoyo that you will actually enjoy playing with. It can hit more complicated tech combos. The feel, spin-up, and dimensions all check off important aspects of a staple flagship CLYW yoyo.
Specs:
Weight: 65.8g/2.32oz
Width: 44mm/1.73in
Diameter: 55.5mm/2.19in
Response: CLYW Snow Tire
Material: Titanium